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How do you say "doctor" in German?
der Arzt
In German, "doctor" is der Arzt.
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Pronunciation
Say 'ARTS' (rhyme with 'hearts'). One syllable.
Grammar notes
Der Arzt is a masculine noun. Plural: die Ärzte (note the umlaut). Female form: die Ärztin.
Example sentence
Der Arzt hilft mir.
The doctor helps me.
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How to remember der Arzt
Arzt is a doctor who treats illnesses. Ärzte are important in our lives.
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Questions about der Arzt
How do you say "doctor" in German?
In German, "doctor" is der Arzt. It is a noun.
Is der Arzt masculine or feminine?
Der Arzt is a masculine noun. Plural: die Ärzte (note the umlaut). Female form: die Ärztin.
How is der Arzt used in a sentence?
Use der Arzt as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Der Arzt hilft mir. (The doctor helps me.).
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